Octane Recruitment
Vehicle Technician
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VehicleTechnician Vacancy
We are recruiting for an experienced Service Technician, Vehicle Technician, Automotive Technician, or Motor Vehicle Technician to join a busy dealership workshop in Ashford. Applicants must hold a recognised Level 3 qualification in Vehicle Maintenance and Repair, have previous servicing and repair experience, hold a Full UK Driving Licence, and have the right to work in the UK. An MOT Tester Licence is desirable but not essential, as training can be provided.
Job Details:
- Location: Ashford
- Salary: £36,182 basic + bonus, OTE £41,582 based on time saved and team profit
- Hours: 40hr Week, Monday - Friday, No Weekends
- Reference: 31281
Vehicle Technician Company Benefit
- 25 days' annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing with service
- Manufacturer Technician Accreditation training
- Electric and Hybrid Vehicle servicing and repair training
- MOT Tester training available
- Ongoing brand accreditation and career progression
- Life Assurance
- Contributory pension scheme
- Tool insurance
- Discounts on vehicle servicing and vehicle purchases
- Shopping and lifestyle discount platform
- Wellbeing support
- Modern workshop facilities and an experienced Aftersales team
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Vehicle Technician Role
- Carry out vehicle servicing and routine maintenance
- Diagnose faults and complete mechanical repairs
- Carry out warranty repairs to required standards
- Complete work ranging from oil changes through to cambelt replacements
- Conduct electronic Vehicle Health Checks
- Complete digital job cards and workshop documentation accurately
- Follow workshop processes and maintain high safety and quality standards
Vehicle Technician Requirements
- Recognised Level 3 qualification in Vehicle Maintenance and Repair, such as IMI, City & Guilds, or equivalent
- Previous experience as a Service Technician, Vehicle Technician, Automotive Technician, or Mechanic
- Strong servicing, maintenance, and mechanical repair skills
- Experience with diagnostic and warranty work is advantageous
- Ability to work effectively as part of a busy workshop team
- Strong attention to process, safety, and quality
- Full UK Driving Licence
- Right to work in the UK
- MOT Tester Licence is desirable but not essential as training can be provided
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How to Apply
If you're interested in this Service Technician vacancy in Ashford, please apply with your CV, and one of our consultants will contact you upon receipt.
All applications will be treated in the strictest confidence.
Consultant: Robert Samuels
OctaneRecruitment
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Octane Recruitment is one of the UK's leading Automotive and Motor Trade recruitment agencies. We recruit across the UK for main dealerships, independent garages, bodyshops, fleet operators, HGV companies, manufacturers, engineering businesses, and head office functions, placing permanent, temporary, and contract staff. If this Service Technician role isn't quite right, we also recruit for similar positions including Service Technician, Vehicle Technician, Automotive Technician, Car Technician, Motor Vehicle Technician, Diagnostic Technician, MOT Tester, and Master Technician roles across the UK.
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